The waterbucket type filter (with a nylon over it) restricts air outflow, reducing efficiency (taking longer to dry). Is this type any better?
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This type works wonderfully for us. Our Dryer vented into the garage so we had dryer lint issues all the time. Now we don't. We have not noticed any change in the time or efficence of the dryer. This is a simple screen filter system so there is not back pressure of restrictions of the airflow.
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Better for sure. Had the new one for a few months and wouldn't go back to the old bucket.
42306
Way better,just make sure water is in the drawer,clean the lint out of it and you are set,heat comes out of vent also warms of the room
42307
It is better. With the dial handle on the front you can keep the filter clear, and there's really no reason to ever have a build up that would cause restriction.
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Yes, this is the "pre" filter that takes a lot of dust, etc. out of the air. It makes the hepa filter last longer.
916909
It's kinda "compressable", so has plastic panels like you see on the sides. Probably best if you need a more flat filter rather than a cone type.
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i use it in my splash superpool (look it up if interested) with same style cleaner and really recommend it - it keeps the crap out of your filter. might want to monitor it to "burp" the air out of the system every once in awhile. there's a good video for it on youtube.
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This is my first time working with a media filter so I cannot answer your question about what the difference(s), if any, might be. I can say that Air Bear is supposed to be one of the best. I would suggest getting the right size then let your experience with it answer your question. I hope I helped even if just a little. Good luck!
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pretty much fits most standard pipes and thread. I tried this and its ok but I know use Sprite filter and heads, same one that Berkey uses on there shower heads...makers of the famous drinking water filters, they're are reversable as well and add more life to filter, I switch ends about once a month on those shower filters.
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This is a question for an engineer, which I am not. However, I am/was a U.S. Goverment certified Engineering Specialist. I suspect this filter will not reduce airflow appreciably based on the fact I have had one for two or three years. I have noticed no loss of airflow in my one story home with full basement.
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I always use an in-hose filter to keep crud out & protect all valves including hard to get to back flow prevention valves.I fill the tank & use out of there for all needs. I've found I like the level 4 filter better. It acts as a mini expansion tank as well.
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The thicker/stiffer fibers serve to filter large particles in the water before it even reaches the charcoal.There is a seam that forms a flange around one side of the filter (with the thicker material). I place this flanged side UP before putting the strap over it. If you try to install it the other way around, the flange will cause it to be more difficult to set in the recessed filter area.
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John I would also like to know what it is. However, most of these types of filters I have seen generally have a rating of 3. It's about equivalent to the old fiber glass filters, low dust pickup but high flow. I have a 10x6x1 box (in addition to the others) in my house and it is IMPOSSIBLE to find an actual filter for it. Even the builder put in one of these types of filters. I've been here for 10 years now and haven't had any issues with my system or this type of filter for just this one.
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The filter has a opening on the rubber gasket that fits over the wetvac motor stud. This locks the filer down.
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It may restrict the airflow, the problem is: it gets clogged with dust quite fast and you need to keep an eye on it, I usually clean it like once a week and I take the filters out when I'm playing a heavy game because you need a lot of airflow during that time.
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A HEPA filter air purifier would work better than a Venta. It's primarily designed as a humidifier with the air purifier aspect a secondary function.
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Hey Brenda.....I tried the mesh holder couple of times. It worked well but was a mess to clean up so started using paper filters (#4). It is just easier and I hate cleaning!
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Hello, we had the same problem with 5 gallon buckets that we used with the filters. My husband drilled two very small holes in the very top of the bottom bucket to allow air in and it speeded up the filtration rate significantly. Hope this helps.
903019
The hoses are short enough that position will not materially affect flow, unless you bend them too much and change the shape or kink. The best place for maximum efficiency would be where you can push the coolest ambient air through it. Usually from the top into the case.
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They also sell a pre-filter sock that installs over the primary filter. I think if I was in a dusty environment I would invest in that. It is not very expensive. Just a thought. Good luck.